Aysha

Here it is. A new year. A new beginning so to speak. Resolutions are good and all. But for me. A new year is like wiping the slate clean. I always feel so much more hopeful at the turn of a year.
Even though any day is the best day to give yourself another chance. And everyday theres always hope.
A new year just seems a little more like a newer beginning.
2007 was the worst year I have ever had in my addiction. For the first time in a 20 year addiction. I almost lost all hope, the will to even try, my life at my own hand.
2008 wasnt perfect. But it was so much better. I can say I had alot more high points than low ones.
And by high points I mean good moments in life.
I have learned so much in the time I have been here at SR.
I have learned alot about myself, my addiction, my recovery, and compassion for others.
I have learned that it is possible to heal.
But most of all I learned that perfect strangers can and will stand by someone in need no matter what.
I have shared my ugliest and my best here with all of you.
And everytime...I found support, understanding, forgiving, love, tough love..unconditional acceptance from people who have never met me face to face.
And alot of times even others here that are going through so much themselves, Always take the time to show they care.
Finding this site is one of the best things that could ever have happened to me.
You all have helped me grow. You have helped me want to keep fighting.
None of you will ever really know how much every one of you mean to me. From the newcomer who reminds me where I came from. To the oldtimers who remind me what it is that I am fighting for.
And everyone in between who reminds me this is a process and we arent perfect.
Thank you all of you. I have never been so serious as I am right now when I say.
You are my family. I care a whole lot about you. And I literally owe my life to you.
Thanks for being here and always having my back.
I know I am a tough person to deal with sometimes. Not as much as I was when I first came here. LOL..I am sure some of you can remember what that was like.
But you accepted me with open arms and always forgave.
And this is not only with me I see this happen with. It is everyone who comes here.
This place really is amazing.
Happy New Year everyone.
Heres to new beginnings and another year of winning this fight.

Impurrfect

(((Trish)))

I hope 2009 is a good year for all of us.

I'm not making any resolutions. I'm just hope we can all get through the rough times, focus on the good, and always reach out a hand to others.

Hugs and prayers!

Amy

Anodyne

I'm glad that 2008 was so much better. I honestly hope 2009 surpasses all of your expecations and even hopes.

If you've found something that honestly works for you, latch on to it with the same fervor that you do/did your addiction. You will be aces in this new year.

Rusty Zipper

wishing you all the best in this Year of New Trish!

All About Love

all the best girl!
love & best wishes
niks

Bamboozle

Good post, chiy.

Here's to hoping this year is even better.